It’s almost too cold to leave the house, Cincinnati, almost. There’s lots of wholesome fun to warm you up around town. Take the kids to learn ice skating and hockey fundamentals with a Cincinnati Cyclone or celebrate Fiona the Hippo’s birthday at Rookwood Pottery. Freshen up your plant life or book selection at a swap event or catch the unveiling of Rhinegeist and Jet Black Vintage collab merchandise. Scroll down for our weekend picks.

To suggest a future weekend event for our weekly events article, email CityBeat arts & culture reporter Katie Griffith at kgriffith@citybeat.com.

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A Rookwood Fiona Special Event When: Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Where: Rookwood Pottery, OTR What: Fiona’s 7th birthday celebration Who: Rookwood Pottery Why: See the unveiling of the 2024 Rookwood commemorative Fiona piece and proceeds from the Fiona and Fritz collection go to the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens. Photo: facebook.com/Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden via
Synergy Series 2 When: Jan. 20 at 6 & 8 p.m. Where: Artsville, Madisonville What: Dance showcase by emerging and established choreographers Who: Synergy Dance Series, ArtsWave and Greater Cincinnati Dance Alliance Why: Experience a variety of dance styles and participate in the creative process with the interactive audience feedback aspect of the show. Photo: Jim Coleman
Bricks & Beer: Cincinnati Music Hall History and Hops 5 p.m. July 28 Cincinnati Music Hall is partnering with Rhinegeist Brewery as they host an adventure that uncovers interesting parts of Cincinnati’s history in the late 19th century. Guests will explore the interesting connection between the Cincinnati beer industry and the development of Music Hall. Tour parts of the building while pleasing your palette with delicious selections from Rhinegeist. Tickets are $40. 5 p.m. July 28. Cincinnati Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine, visitcincy.com. Photo: Aidan Mahoney
Learn to Skate with the Cincinnati Cyclones When: Jan. 20 from 2:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Fifty West Burger Bar, What: Educational event for kids to learn how to ice skate and the fundamentals of hockey Who: Fifty West and the Cincinnati Cyclones Why: It’s part of the Cyclones initiative to make hockey accessible to all. Photo: Bryan Houston
Besaydoo Book Release When: Jan. 19 at 6 p.m. Where: Contemporary Arts Center, downtown What: Kamara’s book launch and reading Who: 2022–2023 Cincinnati and Mercantile Library Poet Laureate Yalie Saweda Kamara and author Ross Gay Why: The insight and perspective these poets bring to the table will make for a profound live reading experience. Photo: JP Leong
2000’s Night at Bogart’s When: Jan. 20 at 9 p.m. Where: Bogart’s, Clifton What: Dance party Who: Club 90’s Why: Because the early 2000’s are far enough away to be nostalgic but close enough that you’re still holding on to some of those fashion trends (and the music was amazing). Photo: facebook.com/bogartsshows
Dolly Parton’s Birthday (Week) When: Jan. 16-20 Where: The Roost, Latonia, Ky. What: Dolly-Parton-inspired everything Who: The Roost Why: Dolly themed drinks, dress up, trivia and more all week. Photo: Kristopher Harris Flickr, CC BY-SA 2.0
Books by The Banks Festival When: Nov. 18 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: Duke Energy Convention Center, Downtown What: Book signing and promotion event featuring local, national and regional authors. Who: Books by the Banks Why: Writing panels, contests and opportunities to meet writers. Photo: Tom Hermans via Unsplash
Opening Receptions at The Weston Art Gallery Brianna Gluszak: Late Bloomer Aaron Peters: We Felt Everything Without Byproduct Studios: Perceptions of a Material’s Purpose When: Jan. 19 from 6-8 p.m. Where: Weston Art Gallery, downtown What: Gallery Opening Receptions Who: Artists Brianna Gluszak and Aaron Peters and Byproduct Studios Why: A triple-feature of gallery openings promising an exploration of thoughtful bodies of work that represent various artistic perspectives. The Weston Art Gallery always delivers meaningful experiences in its elegant and transformative space. Photo by John Carrico for the Weston Art Gallery
Book/Puzzle/Game Swap When: Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Where: Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub, Price Hill What: Swap old (to you) books, puzzles and games with other community members. Who: Cincinnati Recycling & Reuse Hub Why: For sustainability’s sake. Photo by: Pixabay, Pexels
Inflatable Party When: Jan. 20 from 6-8 p.m. Where: Kenton County Public Library, Erlanger What: Inflatable party including bounce houses. Who: Kenton County Public Library Why: Get the kids out of the house. Photo: facebook.com/KentonCountyPublicLibrary
Rhinegeist and Jet Black Vintage Collab Showcase When: Jan. 20 from 1-4 p.m. Where: Rhinegeist Taproom, OTR What: Handmade, upcycled clothing sale and showcase Who: Rhinegeist and Jet Black Vintage Why: There will be 60 one-of-a-kind, Rhinegeist-branded and handmade pieces of clothing for sale. Photo: Provided by Rhinegeist
Psychic and Holistic Wellness Fair When: Jan. 20 from 1-7 p.m. Where: East Cincy Yoga, Amelia What: Psychic and Holistic Wellness Fair Who: East Cincy Yoga and participating vendors Why: There will be tarot, oracle and astrology readings, intuitive reiki, Thai massage and sound healing, along with vendors and food and drinks. Photo: facebook.com/EastCincyYoga
Esquire Theatre Photo: Emerson Swoger
Arts’ on the Ave. Plant and Sip 6-9 p.m. Jan. 29 Learn how to keep that houseplant alive at Arts’ on the Ave cocktail bar’s Plant and Sip event (hint: the alcohol is for you, not the plant). Learn how to care for various houseplants and design a plant pot. The decorating theme is vision boards and affirmations to nurture your dreams. Vendors, food and drink will be available and the Bengals game will be streaming. Bengals gear encouraged, green thumb not required. Tickets are $25. 6-9 p.m. Jan. 29, 2141 Central Ave., Brighton, eventbrite.com. Photo: Vadim Kaipov, Unsplash

Katie Griffith is CityBeat’s arts and culture reporter. She proudly hails from the West Side of Cincinnati and studied journalism at the University of Cincinnati. After freelancing for CityBeat for many...